10 Questions to Ask When Buying Pre-Owned Laboratory Equipment
- Why is the current owner selling the equipment?
- Is it in working condition?
- Has the equipment been tested? If so, how?
- How old is the equipment? What is the serial number?
- Does the seller have any maintenance history or service records for it?
- What was the instrument used for previously?
- Which type of product/sample was run through it?
- Where is the equipment currently located?
- How many owners has the instrument had?
- Is there a warranty? If it is still under the OEM’s warranty, does it carry over?
How Many Pieces of Pre-Owned Equipment Are In Your Lab?
| None | 29% |
| 1 | 8% |
| 2 | 9% |
| 3 | 10% |
| 4 | 2% |
| 5 or more | 42% |
Top 10 Features/Factors Respondents Look For When Purchasing Pre-Owned Lab Equipment
| Overall condition | 88% |
| Price | 74% |
| Age of equipment | 57% |
| Maintenance costs | 48% |
| Reputation of seller | 42% |
| Warranty | 35% |
| Service and installation options | 35% |
| Shipping costs | 28% |
| Available accessories | 27% |
| Leasing and payment options | 16% |
